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Welcome to?The Israeli Startup Review, a curated newsletter where I share insights from thought leaders, news, and opportunities around Israel's tech ecosystem. Every other week you’ll receive timely analysis from off-the-beaten-path, perspectives from the ecosystem, and selected opportunities to further engage with Israel, the?#startupnation

In the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria, communities are left struggling to rebuild and recover. For those who want to help, donating to relief organizations can provide crucial support to those affected by the disaster. To make a donation click here: Turkey and Syria Earthquake Relief Fund

My conversations with tech thought leaders at the Israeli-American Summit: Generative AI and sustainability are the trends to watch

Good Review of the Israel Tech Ecosystem 2022 by the Israel Economic Mission to the USA - East Coast here .

I’ll be attending SXSW Interactive in March, and put together this list of side events happening during the festival, if you want to collaborate on the spreadsheet ping me directly:?Yoni's OFFICIAL SXSW 2023 Curated Events + Parties List

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Top Q1 Tech/Business Headlines from the Startup Nation:

ChatGPT used by Israeli president to write speech at cybersec event : Better then the real thing.

GlossAi’s generative highlights are a glimpse of content’s crowded future : Leading the way in 2023.

ISRAEL SENDS RESCUE MISSIONS TO EARTHQUAKE-STRUCK TURKEY : Tikkun Olam, healing the world.

Israeli startups raised $340m in January - Globes : Slower times, but money is still being raised.

Will Less Democracy Kill Israel’s Tech Sector : The Startup Nation is fighting this.

Thank you to VC Cafe for this informative infographic.

Tech Founders :?Do you have extra office space due to remote work, downsizing, future plans, etc? There are startups that could use that idle space for short or long-term subleases. If you'd like for them to reach out to you, add your details in the Google Doc linked in the first comment below and lets get some win-win relationships going?here .

Join a top Israeli startup :?Looking for a dream job in tech but worried startups aren’t hiring due to market conditions? 200?TechAviv ?member startups currently have over 7.6K job openings. An average of 38, each! Find your perfect match?here .

Olim Careers at Deloitte Israel :?Tax?/?Audit?/?R&D Tech?/?Cyber. Apply Now for Your Career at Deloitte Israel Working in English. Deloitte is doing something new and exciting. They are recruiting fluent English speakers in Israel, junior & senior positions, to work with their American based clients. This is more than an Olim dream job. Deloitte's career opportunities will turn your Israel adventure into the Aliyah success story you deserve. Want Aliyah Success??Apply Today !

Ibex Investors Talent Table :?Ibex Investors is a US-based investment firm with offices in Denver and Tel Aviv. They invest in public and private companies in the US, Israel, and globally. If you are looking for a job or want to be on their radar for future opportunities, they want to help. Add your info here so they can keep you in mind for openings at their portfolio companies across their global strategies and funds, and feel free to email them if you have any questions:?[email protected]

Augury : Team Lead, Customer Success Manager. They are looking for an experienced Customer Success lead to join their amazing CS team!! If you or someone you know is interested, please apply and feel free to reach out to them directly here .

Cherre : Cherre is the leader in real estate data and insight. They connect decision makers to accurate property and market information, and help them make faster, smarter decisions. By providing a unique "single source of truth," Cherre empowers customers to evaluate opportunities and trends faster and more accurately, while saving millions of dollars in manual data collection and analytics costs. Apply here .

Connecteam : Connecteam is a TLV-based startup that is rapidly growing. Their mission and what their product is all about - is to change how 80% of the world's global workforce—the deskless workers, operate in their day-to-day job roles. Their marketing team is growing, and they are looking for a marketing design wizard. They want you to join their marketing department at one of Israel's most promising startup companies! Apply here .

SOSA : Research Associate (NYC/TLV). Friends and colleagues, as their NY team keeps growing, this is a great opportunity to refer to them talented people who are looking for their next challenge! Apply here .

Salto : They have a new Growth Marketer position in their team at?Salto . SEO, email marketing, paid, CRO, distribution through communities and micro influencers, and much more. This is a truly unique opportunity to gain frontier knowledge and experience in a high growth company.?Apply here .

Visby Medical :?Would you like to help them change the future of medical diagnostics? Visby's handheld PCR device helps patients fight disease at the earliest stage possible, at the first visit to the doctor. They are looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer II to join their talented team in San Jose, CA. Do you know someone who could be a fit??Apply here .

Statement :?Lead Product Designer. Can you design a product that users want to use? Passionate about UX/UI Design? Are you also able to communicate with designers, developers and product managers? Can you lead all aspects and make sure design is at the core of everything they do? If you answered yes to all of it, they are looking for you!!! An exceptional Lead Designer to join their cutting edge team.?Apply here .

Pre-seed “Ask me Anything” Coffee :?Calling all early-stage startups, founders and future founders! Join R-Squared Ventures and Fresh Fund (in partnership with Google for Startups) for a laid-back and intimate pre-seed breakfast AMA (ask me anything). They're talking good coffee, good company, and lots of juicy insider tips from operators/investors based in Silicon Valley and Israel on how to think about starting a company and raising your first check in the current downturn. This event is the perfect opportunity to get your questions answered and maybe even make some new friends. Google Campus, Ha-Umanim St 12, Tel Aviv - "The Loft" (6th floor). February 13, 9:00 AM. Register here .

LONGEVITECH TLV :?This is an interdisciplinary conference with the aim of galvanizing global perspectives on healthy aging and longevity, along with best practices and experiences, to find solutions to what is a global problem. They hope you can join them in Tel Aviv -?they have?Early Bird?ticket prices running until the end of the year, please register as soon as possible?to take advantage and play a part in the deliberations, and the future of this rapidly growing and hugely critical space. 13-14 FEBRUARY 2023TEL AVIV STOCK EXCHANGE?|?HERZOG TOWER.?REGISTER?HERE .

Axis Tel Aviv 2023: Startups. Investors. Connected :?Mark your calendars and make your way to?Tel Aviv February 14th, 2023?where you will have the opportunity to submerge yourself in the best of Israeli technology and innovation. From inspiring keynote speakers and top investor panels, to pitches from top Israeli startups and a packed agenda, there is something for everyone in the tech ecosystem. Following Axis Tel Aviv, head to Jerusalem for the OurCrowd Global Investor Summit - the largest tech summit in the Middle East. Tue, February 14, 2023,?8:30 AM – 6:00 PM IST. Peres Center for Peace and Innovation?132 Kedem Street Tel Aviv-Yafo.?Register here .

OurCrowd Global Investor Summit :?They would like to invite you to attend the OurCrowd Global Investor Summit in Jerusalem on February 15, 2023. The Summit is the largest investor event in the Middle East, bringing together the entire startup ecosystem together under one roof. OurCrowd is a global investment platform with offices around the world, headquartered in Jerusalem. They are the most active venture capital firm in Israel, with over $2B committed into an extensive portfolio of cutting-edge startup companies and funds.?Register here .

Let's go Frontend - First LinkedIn TLV Eng Meetup : LinkedIn Tel Aviv first Tech Meetup is here! Join them on February 15th, at their new TLV office, for a day of frontend development insights and practices! They'll cover top discussed topics, including micro-frontend architectures, integrating modern modules into monolith systems, and improving React app performance. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, this meetup has something for everyone. Wednesday, February 15, at 6:00 PM IST. Pinkhas Rosen St 72/1st floor · Tel Aviv-Yafo. Register here .

Israeli Energy Tech All-Stars '23 : Israeli Energy Tech All-Stars is?Ignite The Spark 's annual event in which we highlight the top 10 start-ups in Israel’s Energy Tech Ecosystem. They look to gather top investors yearly to gain deeper insights into the ecosystem and meet the entrepreneurs leading it, that is why they are going bigger this year. Feb 13, Yitzhak Sadeh, 6 Tel Aviv-Yafo. Register here .

Symphony of Brotherhood : Join them for an electrifying celebration of love and friendship between the Jewish and black communities at "Symphony of Brotherhood," a special concert in honor of Black History Month. Get ready to be swept away by the soulful sounds of Grammy Award-winning artist Miri Ben-Ari and gospel music stars Derrick Starks and Melanie Daniels. Be there for this once-in-a-lifetime performance, where the Holy Land meets Newark, New Jersey, as special guests grace the stage at Wells Cathedral. Doors open at 5:30 pm, with the concert starting at 6pm sharp. Don't miss out on an unforgettable evening of musical unity. Sun, Feb 26, 6:00 PM EST. WELLS CATHEDRAL COGIC?672 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd Newark, NJ. Register here .

Decoding the CISO's Mind: Decision-Making Insights : Is the global cybersecurity market still booming? Cybersecurity-related spending was on track to surpass $133 billion in 2022, and the market has grown more than 30x in 13 years... Organizations are increasingly investing in cybersecurity, as evidenced by a recent report by Gartner showing security spending is outpacing IT spending. In last few years, security departments are expanding in size and budget, and, at the helm, security decision-makers are gaining respect more than ever before. Tue, February 28, 2023,?5:00 PM – 6:00 PM IST. Register here .

PURIM IN COLOR at NEBULA : PURIM IN COLOR 2023 @ NEBULA.Party with us on Thursday, March 9th @ Nebula - NYC's Hottest New Club. Doors Open at 10 pm. Early Bird Tickets Available for a very limited time - purchase now to skip the line. *Table Specials Are Available for Purchase. DJs Waka, Jacob G, Hummus & Rayco. One of NYCs Hottest & Newest Clubs. 900+ People Expected. NYC's Best Young Professionals Crowd. Open Format, Israeli, Top 40, Hip Hop & House. Thu, Mar 9, 10:00 PM EST. Nebula?135 West 41st Street New York. Register here .

Food & Nutrition Program - Funding opportunity: How to apply : They will explain: Requirements, Application guidelines and procedures, Priorities, and Timeline. They look forward to have scientists or/and companies who deal with food and nutrition and want to join this exciting opportunity. The "Food and Nutrition" program runs jointly with the Israel Innovation Authority and USDA, NIFA. It was announced last year (May 2022) and will grant 40 million NIS over the next five years. The second round of funding for the "Food and Nutrition" program is open.?The pre-proposal deadline is March 15, 2023. If you are interested please register on the following link:?Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams .

Unlock the Power of Generative AI: Join our Exclusive Panel Discussion : Uncover the power of Generative AI and its impact on the Israeli startup ecosystem at their expert panel discussion. Industry leaders will share their insights on the current state of GAI and its role in transforming the way entrepreneurs and investors approach their businesses. Explore the exciting opportunities and challenges that come with this cutting-edge technology and learn how it's shaping the future of startups. Don't miss this inspiring opportunity to gain knowledge and insights on the latest developments in Generative AI. WED, MAR 1, 6:00 PM (IST). K-LOGIC - ASHKELON ST 4 TEL AVIV. Register here .

Israel Crypto Conference May 29-30th 2023 : After the sold-out conferences in 2021 and 2022, they are excited to announce the next edition of?Israel Crypto Conference ?will be held on May 29-30th 2023 at the center of the startup nation: Tel Aviv! The key discussion taking place across the entire venue is who will be their new blockchain leaders. It is in the times of the deepest bear markets where we know innovation is really?developed! Israel has shown prominence in the blockchain and crypto world for nearly a decade - and they expect it to only grow from here. In this incredible week-long event, the opportunity to explore?the marvels of the startup nation while meeting the people behind the companies creating our?tomorrow is one that can’t be missed. ?Contact us.

Money TLV Conference May 31st :?What is the one thing shaping our society as we know it? Money. The most important and instrumental conversations are happening before our very eyes: what is the future of money??They're excited to announce?Money TLV : the conference that will be discussing these exact questions. How are emerging technologies changing how we interact with our money? What can we do to change financial history??What does our future financial system look like??May 31st Tel Aviv. Register here .

Israel's Web3, CBDC, and Crypto assets Regulation Conference June 1st Tel Aviv 2023 :?As a premier gathering of international experts and leaders in the field of cryptocurrency, Web3, NFTs, banking & crypto relationships, CBDCs, and AML, the conference offers a unique opportunity for attendees to engage with both private and public sector actors, as well as industry experts on the latest developments and trends in cryptocurrency regulation. The conference aims to bring together government representatives, members of the Knesset, local technology companies, financial community, and other stakeholders to discuss the potential and importance of stable regulatory infrastructure for the blockchain industry in Israel. June 1st Tel Aviv. Register here .

SV101 by ICON : Join ICON's established Silicon Valley community to empower your network and expand your business to the US.? Applications for Batch 13 are now open. Founders of?startups?from all verticals are welcome to apply, regardless of business models (AKA B2B, B2B2C, and B2C). If you've raised $1M or more, Bootstrapped? Significant revenue qualifies. Product requirements? They don’t mind the product being in early stages as long as the founders know exactly what they are building and why. Apply here .

Starta Accelerator :?Applications for the Spring 2023 Cohort are now?open! They are looking for innovative startups with global potential and a drive to succeed in the US market. Their 3-month program?is designed to help international founders scale their businesses and become global innovation leaders. Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level. Apply now and?join their next cohort of global innovation leaders.?Apply here .

Applications for Cohort 3 of Venture For ClimateTech Are Open :?Applications for Cohort 3 of Venture For ClimateTech are now open! Ideal candidates are developing a solution to decarbonize four key sectors: Buildings, Transportation, Grid, and Industry. Program benefits include: One-on-one custom coaching. Up to $100,000 in non-dilutive funding. An additional $10,000 Fellowship to two Black and/or Latina/Latino founders accepted into the program. Register for an info session through the links below to see if the program is right for you and how to apply?here !?

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